FORTY-EIGHT® SPECIAL
AUTHENTIC THROWBACK SOUL MEETS A MODERN RIDE
1200cc Evolution™ V-Twin engine. Quick handling. And throwback 70's art on the tank to let everyone know it wasn't born yesterday.Price is for Vivid Black (or solid colour where Vivid Black is not offered). Overseas model shown. The visual appearance and specifications of vehicles may vary by market and may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Please contact your local Harley-Davidson dealership for more information. All comparisons made are between original equipment 2019 and 2020 models
1200 Evolution™ Engine
1200cc at your command to deliver tons of torque for an unforgettably fun ride.
Dark Custom Style
A balance of blacked-out and chrome finishes give it that authentic custom attitude.
Throwback 70's Custom Tank Art
Authentic bold 70's-inspired tank graphic and badge shows the bike's retro roots.
Bold Muscular Attitude
A bulldog stance with a slammed speedometer and peanut tank, massive triple clamps, and 49mm front forks.
Tallboy™ Handlebars
Ride with your fists in the wind with the black Tallboy™ handlebars. Shaped to provide the ideal balance of rise and width.
Optimised Seat Design
A ribbed, solo-style seat for all-day cruising comfort while maintaining the bike's minimalist style.
Split 9-Spoke Cast
Split nine-spoke wheels that are black as night from rim to rubber to complement the Dark Custom look.
Emulsion Rear Shock With
Features an Emulsion rear shock with a screw pre-load adjuster that soaks up every bump the street throws your way, and easily adjusts to fit your riding style.
Pricing5
- Color Vivid Black
- Price $18,995AUD
Engine
- Engine 2 Air-cooled, Evolution™
- Bore 88.9 mm
- Stroke 96.8 mm
- Displacement 1202 cc
- Compression Ratio 10：01
- Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
- Exhaust Black, staggered exhaust with slash-cut mufflers
Dimensions
- Length 2,165 mm
- Seat Height, Unladen 705 mm
- Ground Clearance 110 mm
- Rake (steering head) (deg) 30.2
- Trail 135 mm
- Wheelbase 1,495 mm
- Tyres, Front Specification 130/90B16 73H
- Tyres, Rear Specification 150/80B16 77H
- Fuel Capacity 7.9 l
- Oil Capacity (w/filter) 2.6 l
- Weight, As Shipped 248 kg
- Weight, In Running Order 256 kg
Performance
- Engine Torque Testing Method EC 134/2014
- Engine Torque 3 99 Nm
- Engine Torque (rpm) 3,500
- Lean Angle, Right (deg.) 27.1
- Lean Angle, Left (deg.) 27.1
Drivetrain
- Primary Drive Chain, 38/57 ratio
- Gear Ratios (overall) 1st 9.315
- Gear Ratios (overall) 2nd 6.653
- Gear Ratios (overall) 3rd 4.948
- Gear Ratios (overall) 4th 4.102
- Gear Ratios (overall) 5th 3.517
Chassis
- Wheels, Front Type 7 Black, Split 9 Spoke Cast Aluminium
- Wheels, Rear Type Black, Split 9-Spoke Cast Aluminium
- Brakes, Caliper Type Dual-piston front, Dual-piston rear
Electric
- Lights (as per country regulation), Indicator Lamps 6 High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system (if equipped), ABS (if equipped)
- Gauges Handlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights
- Availability of colours may vary from dealer to dealer and is subject to change without further notice.
- Recommended 95 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2.
- Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.
- See motorcycle owner’s manual for complete details.
- All models include security system *, 24 months Harley Assist, and 12 months International HOG membership. Price advertised is the maximum dealer ride away price. Offer ends Aug 31, 2018 unless extended. For Australia the ride away price includes 12 months private registration, 12 months Compulsory Third Party Insurance, Dealer Delivery and Stamp Duty ^. Optional extras not included. Full details on pricing can be obtained from your local authorised dealer. ^Ride Away pricing for Australia is based on a purchaser with a good riding record- may be higher for other purchasers that do not meet this criteria
- Security system includes immobiliser and siren.
- Standard and optional wheels may vary by country and region.
- Model specifications, including fitted parts and accessories vary by country and region.
2020 Harley Davidson Sportster Forty-Eight Special
Colours
Available Colours
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Vivid Black
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Billiard Red
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Stoned Washed White Pearl